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Good Shepherd Homes

1211 4Th Avenue North, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

Assisted Living Nursing Home
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,517

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,517
  • Average State Price: $2,815
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Good Shepherd Homes Description

    Good Shepherd Homes is a community that offers assisted living and nursing care and is located in the town of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 making it the 5th highest rated community in the city out of 6 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    8
    Good Shepherd Homes
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 60 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 6 communities in Sauk Rapids
  • Ranking in State: 516 out of 961 communities in MN
  • Activities A

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews for Good Shepherd Community:

    • Some family members have experienced challenges with communication and perceived a lack of empathy from the staff, particularly in sensitive situations.
    • Many reviewers praise the facility for its cleanliness, well-run operations, and the caring nature of the staff, describing it as the best facility in Central MN.
    • Concerns have been raised about the behavior of some employees towards both residents and fellow staff, suggesting a need for better oversight and management.
    • Several testimonials highlight the positive impact of the community on residents and their families, noting the sense of home, safety, and the strong bonds formed with staff.
    • The facility is commended for recognizing and respecting the importance of keeping couples together, greatly enhancing the quality of life for those in long-term care.
    • Rehabilitation services, including post-surgery care, receive high marks for their effectiveness and the professionalism of the therapists and staff.
    • Employees, including those working in specialized areas like the memory cottages, express satisfaction with their jobs and the supportive work environment.
    • Some reviews express serious concerns about the quality of care, particularly for residents with diminished cognitive abilities or mobility, suggesting a discrepancy in care standards.
    • Staff members, including those in non-care roles like cooking, feel valued and report a family-like atmosphere that extends to residents through activities and services.
    • There are allegations of workplace discrimination, indicating a need for the facility to address inclusivity and fairness in its employment practices.


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    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 5
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 5
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: July 1, 1984
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 146
    Total current residents: 104
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Both


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 4
    Number of substantiated complaints: 1
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 3
    Total cost of fines: $20400


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-03-21 2023-05-08 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2023-03-21 2023-05-08 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2023-03-21 2023-05-08 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2023-03-21 2023-05-08 B Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2021-11-02 2021-12-15 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2021-11-02 2021-12-17 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-11-02 2021-12-15 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2021-11-02 2021-12-17 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    2021-11-02 2021-12-15 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2019-08-16 2019-10-10 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-12 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-01-19 2023-02-13 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-10-17 2022-11-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2023-03-23 2023-05-08 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    2023-03-23 2023-05-08 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2023-03-23 2023-05-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2023-03-23 2023-05-08 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2023-03-23 2023-05-08 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-15 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-15 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-15 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-11-04 2021-12-06 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-04-15 2021-05-17 C Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    2021-04-15 2021-05-17 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-24 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-24 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-24 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-24 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-02-18 $141,131
    2020-05-08 $13,905
    2021-09-20 $650
    2021-11-04 $15,000
    2021-11-04 $9,750
    2023-03-23 $10,000

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Sauk Rapids which is 1.0 miles away and has a population of 13,424 (small town).
    • The average income is $65,301, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 73
      • Low Temperature: 14
      • Average Temperature: 45.2
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 101 days of rain, 65 days of snow and 197 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.3 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.94 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.51 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.05 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.24 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.71 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    1.0 miles away
    Coborn's
    1.3 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.4 miles away
    Coborn's Superstore
    2.5 miles away
    Gopher Bargain Center
    2.7 miles away

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    Bus Stations

    Veterans Dr. & 10th Ave. N
    2.7 miles away

    Banks

    St. Cloud Financial Credit Union
    1.0 miles away
    Great River Federal Credit Union
    1.1 miles away
    BankVista
    1.1 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.2 miles away
    St. Cloud Federal Credit Union
    2.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    Saint Cloud Hospital
    1.8 miles away
    St. Cloud VA Health Care System
    2.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    1.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.6 miles away
    Southside Pharmacy
    6.2 miles away
    Coborn's Pharmacy
    13.0 miles away
    K&S Pharmacy
    13.4 miles away

    Dentists

    St. Cloud Family Dentistry
    3.1 miles away
    Rupp & Grabowski Family Dentistry
    3.2 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    3.7 miles away
    Avon Dental Clinic
    13.3 miles away
    Center For Cosmetic Dentistry
    20.6 miles away

    Parks

    Sauk Rapids
    0.2 miles away
    Scenic View Park
    0.5 miles away
    Municpal Park
    0.6 miles away
    Benedict Acres Park
    0.8 miles away
    Lions Park
    1.1 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Saint Mary's Cathedral
    3.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Crossroads Center
    3.6 miles away
    Oak Street Mall
    20.8 miles away

    Culture

    Pioneer Place
    3.2 miles away
    Paramount Theater
    3.2 miles away
    Black Box Theatre
    3.2 miles away
    lake George
    3.5 miles away
    Great Theatre
    4.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    Pizza Hut
    0.9 miles away
    Old Capital Tavern
    1.1 miles away
    River Boat Depot
    1.7 miles away
    Perkins
    1.8 miles away
    Val's
    3.0 miles away

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